moisture
That which moistens or makes damp or wet; exuding fluid; liquid in small quantity.
Example
“drops / beads of moisture”
Other meanings
The state of being moist.
Skin moisture noted as dry, moist, clammy, or diaphoretic as part of the skin signs assessment.
Word history
From Old French "moistour" (moisture, dampness, wetness).
Where this comes from
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